As the Ukrainian army continues to counterattack in Ukraine, which Russia has invaded, there is a view that the Russian army is moving to withdraw troops from the southern Zaporizhia region.
The Ukrainian army continues to counterattack to recapture territory in the eastern and southern parts of the country. He pointed out the Ukrainian military's view that there was a move to withdraw troops from the area.
``It may indicate that the Russian military has become unable to defend key areas against Ukrainian counterattacks.''
Under these circumstances, President Biden of the United States was asked at a press conference on the 1st whether he intended to hold a summit meeting with President Putin of Russia, saying, "If Mr. Putin is willing to end the war, we are ready to meet." While answering, he also said, "I don't see that kind of thing with Mr. Putin," emphasizing that there are no plans for talks at this time.
Prior to this, Russia's Foreign Minister Lavrov said, "It is impossible to discuss strategic stability while ignoring everything that is happening in Ukraine." He indicated that dialogue with the United States would be difficult unless it included
The United States has indicated that it will not negotiate a ceasefire with Russia without Ukraine.